In 'rape capital' Delhi, women turn to self-defence
- Published: 4 Jan 2013 at 13.45
- Online news: Asia
After nearly three weeks of lurid reporting on a horrifying gang-rape in New Delhi, women in the Indian capital say they are more anxious than ever, leading to a surge in interest in self-defence classes.
A young Indian woman (L) is seen sparring with a trainer during a self-defence class in New Delhi, on January 2, 2013. After nearly three weeks of lurid reporting on a horrifying gang-rape in New Delhi, women in the Indian capital say they are more anxious than ever, leading to a surge in interest in self-defence classes.
New Delhi has long been known as the "rape capital of India", with more than twice as many cases in 2011 as the commercial hub Mumbai, and special care is taken by most women when travelling at night or on public transport.
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